August 2017,Questioned directly by moderator Mike Hosking on whether New Zealand could be in for national strikes, Ardern had her most emphatic moment: No. We. Will. Not.. Its not going to happen on my watch.Tell her shes Dreamin.
The response reveals Lees-Galloway used his absolute discretion to grant visas to individuals on 29 occasions.An hour or even less each?, More to be revealed.
The owner has no choice but to operate within the boundaries of her license. The offended mothers want the owner to break the law just for them?The mothers deserve one star.
They dont want you to have a barbecue or a seat so you can enjoy the experience overlooking the water.Actually they do want exactly that, but for everyone to enjoy the experience, you cannot deny access as your boat shed and jetty are on public land.If access had not been denied I doubt this would have gone so far.
When you have to scaffold an inside doorway, cone it, tape it, and bock access through it just to fit the door I know why its expensive to build in NZ.10% work and 90% compliance.
And how many deaths are on roads with 2 lanes each way and a medium barrier? Almost none, so every dollar spent on expressways and motorways saves lives.
OPINION: Jacinda Arderns confusion over two sets of figures is understandable, Hamish, Thanks for telling us what we already know, our leader is a confused person out of her depth.
We have been diving for Scallops for decades in the Sounds. 5 minutes from Picton or Waikawa and they are in abundance. 2 minutes from our bachs the same.Not so where the commercial dredging takes place, out with the GPS and every square meter of seabed is turned over.The Commercial scallop industry then discover new beds and strip mine them into extinctionBan all dredging and their will be scallops on Kiwis tables forever.
More than a decade of thieving and Aussie want her out of their country, no surprise there, the then-Immigration Minister, Peter Dutton is a lot harder on crims than our minister.
This is not just poaching, as in hunting wild animals on land without permission. Killing someones pet? Low-life.Offer the reward for, Identification only needed, prosecution not necessary. And take care of the rest yourself.
The 90 day period meant that employers could take a chance on some young inexperienced person and that person have a chance to prove him/herself. Employers now will be much more cautious.
Dont you just love this story, no tax, no H&S, will never pay of any fines, smoking on the job, and likes our new Prime Minister. (And the increased benefit).
Stike 1, Slapped down on the 3 strikes promise.Strike 2, the promised houses will not be built.Foul ball, The mine will not be entered to any worthwhile degree.Srike 3, the promised trees will not be planted. YOUR OUT.
And the paid up buyers will be out of luck?, No house, unsecured creditors. Banks will be ok though, nothing surer than that.And the receivers will be paid before anyone else.
I am not reading too much into this game. Does anyone think this team would have beaten the Box, Ireland, England or even Aussie?. They did ok but lets keep it in perspective.
What is going to power the generators in our next natural disaster? And what will power the machinery when another major road gets smashed. Whatever it will be we are decades away from having it yet.
Economists dont deal in facts, they take a guess at the futures housing market. Remember 6 or 7 years ago the BNZ economists told us to fix our mortgages cos interest rates were going to go up? and they have been dropping ever since.
Phil Twyford didnt heed Treasuries advice, called them Kids. Then doesnt listen to the Transport advice who have seen this targeted regional tax fail in the past, must think they are kids too. But then he takes the advice of our PM?
Pre-season wasnt the best. I didnt really come back how I wanted to. I had too much of a holiday, Aumua said.Only himself to blame. Hope a lesson was learned.
Traffic lights, cycleways and a potential 30kmh speed limit are on the cards for Waikanae, but locals dont appear keen to get on board. Residents want the road left alone.KÄpiti Coast District Council and the NZ Transport Agency said the plans follow extensive consultation Yep, Looks like the old tokenism is alive and well.
Queenstown Lakes District mayor Jim Boult said his visit to Edinburgh Castle was marred by a sea of people. I do not want this area to end up anywhere near that.Did he not realise that he was part of the problem (as he saw it). Did he expect to have Edinburgh Castle to himself?
To be fair Coles did look short of a gallop in his 60 odd minutes of footy this year. The 3 wise men know how important he is RWC time and will be managing his reintroduction.
The last widespread survey was a citizens-initiated referendum in 1999, where New Zealanders overwhelmingly voted in support of imposing minimum sentences and hard labour for all serious violent offencesIf only the Govt had acted on the will of the people.
Not sure who the simple one here is rock ante. The plan is for Employers will be encouraged to take them on and help them work towards a level four qualification.Dont think seasonal Kiwi fruit picking meets that criteria.
When people use buzz words like outraged, offended insulted, inappropriate, but dont know the meaning of Trivial we know they have too much twitter time.
If the local dairy can afford to have a camera then Mr Talley sure can. Must be another reason not to want them on his boats. Wonder what that could be....
The new marketing staff, in their school days were all awarded ribbons because we cant have just one winner.Now they approach their work with the same ethics, give every bottle of wine an award no matter if its the best or not.
The Gluten free fad is making it hard for Coeliacs. Its hard to take a gluten free faddie seriously when they get stuck into puddings. (A little bit is ok they say) Then a Coeliac comes into the restaurant and standards can slip into dangerous territory.
Booked for 6.40 but check in is 20 minutes earlier. His office mucked up the booking to 6.50. Peters turns up 7 minutes beforehand (at 6.43) and tries to check in. Jetstar tells him he is too late, the flight has closed.
A prop can be judged by an opposition prop and if the oppo lets coaches know the new boy is the real deal they take notice. We can all see what players are doing in the loose but boy its dark in the front row.
The Lions qualified in first place last year without having to play any NZ sides until the knockouts.If you think thats a good way of having the best teams in the finals then you are on your own (along with the South Africans).
Walker said people should allow their homes to reflect their personalities. And thats exactly why these house roofs are grey. Who wants to buy someone elses personality.
I pay more for free range eggs, free range pork and Angus beef. I will happily pay more for the milk in glass.Now, lets work on getting rid of the hard, sharp plastic packaging that seems to be on most supermarket meat products.
Karel Sroubek residency decision entirely made by immigration minister
Why is Ardern grinning and laughing about this. The Labour Govt giving this convicted drug smuggler residency is seriously flawed.
Primary teachers and principals strike for first time since 1994
August 2017,Questioned directly by moderator Mike Hosking on whether New Zealand could be in for national strikes, Ardern had her most emphatic moment: No. We. Will. Not.. Its not going to happen on my watch.Tell her shes Dreamin.
Winston Peters wants affordable homes for those on living wage
200 k Would cover the consents, council fees, contributions designer, consultants etc. But building hasnt started yet.
Karel Sroubek residency decision entirely made by immigration minister
The response reveals Lees-Galloway used his absolute discretion to grant visas to individuals on 29 occasions.An hour or even less each?, More to be revealed.
What is Winston Peters up to in refugee spat?
Only Ardern could confuse illegal immigrants with refugees.
Petone cafe owner upset at being attacked by mums with prams
The owner has no choice but to operate within the boundaries of her license. The offended mothers want the owner to break the law just for them?The mothers deserve one star.
Chief technology officer fiasco a spectacular own goal
Yes, This Govts failure is all John Keys fault.
Chief technology officer fiasco a spectacular own goal
No 90 day trial period then?
Exclusive Marlborough Sounds holiday jetty must be open to everyone
They dont want you to have a barbecue or a seat so you can enjoy the experience overlooking the water.Actually they do want exactly that, but for everyone to enjoy the experience, you cannot deny access as your boat shed and jetty are on public land.If access had not been denied I doubt this would have gone so far.
Razor-thin margins push New Zealand construction firms over the edge
When you have to scaffold an inside doorway, cone it, tape it, and bock access through it just to fit the door I know why its expensive to build in NZ.10% work and 90% compliance.
Driven to death: NZ's abysmal road toll
And how many deaths are on roads with 2 lanes each way and a medium barrier? Almost none, so every dollar spent on expressways and motorways saves lives.
Prime Minister's mix-up could have led to a much more brutal economics lesson
OPINION: Jacinda Arderns confusion over two sets of figures is understandable, Hamish, Thanks for telling us what we already know, our leader is a confused person out of her depth.
Scallops 'not worth it' for chippies, restaurants in no-go fishing zones
We have been diving for Scallops for decades in the Sounds. 5 minutes from Picton or Waikawa and they are in abundance. 2 minutes from our bachs the same.Not so where the commercial dredging takes place, out with the GPS and every square meter of seabed is turned over.The Commercial scallop industry then discover new beds and strip mine them into extinctionBan all dredging and their will be scallops on Kiwis tables forever.
Curtain falls on council-Sir Peter Jackson movie museum for capital
Good move Peter, The Wellington Council cannot even get a decent bus service running.
Workplace relations law finally passed after tortured journey
Unions rule this Labour led Govt.
US billionaire Julian Robertson buys Waiheke land for luxury lodge
Good, This bloke builds and creates employment, and pays taxes. We need more like him, not the foreign buyers in just for capital gain.
Embattled minister Clare Curran struggles to explain using personal email for Government business
Never mind the last 9 year mantra, she just plainly has to go.
Mother to be deported to New Zealand, leaving 6-year-old daughter in Australia
More than a decade of thieving and Aussie want her out of their country, no surprise there, the then-Immigration Minister, Peter Dutton is a lot harder on crims than our minister.
Pet stag 'brazenly' butchered by poachers in North Canterbury
This is not just poaching, as in hunting wild animals on land without permission. Killing someones pet? Low-life.Offer the reward for, Identification only needed, prosecution not necessary. And take care of the rest yourself.
Workplace relations law finally passed after tortured journey
The 90 day period meant that employers could take a chance on some young inexperienced person and that person have a chance to prove him/herself. Employers now will be much more cautious.
Air New Zealand's tattoo ban is unusual among employers
not for stuff its not , they compare apples with oranges.
Tennis umpire at centre of Serena Williams' sexist claims hid in hotel
She is a bully, imagine if a top male abused a female umpire like that.
A tale of luck and privilege: The kid I grew up over the fence from just shot someone
Luck and privilege? No, you had normal parents doing what they do.
A deathbed murder confession: Why doctors decided not to tell police
If he was confessing to pedophilia do you think the nurse would have kept her/his trap shut? Not a chance. But it seems murder is alright.
Chief technology officer fiasco a spectacular own goal
What on earth has this fiasco to do with National?
The ups and downs of a long-serving windscreen washer and why he does it
Dont you just love this story, no tax, no H&S, will never pay of any fines, smoking on the job, and likes our new Prime Minister. (And the increased benefit).
Couple grateful for England cricket international Ben Stokes' intervention
Why did this couple not front as defence witnesses at the trial?
Three Strikes backdown proves Labours election policies are far from sure bets
Stike 1, Slapped down on the 3 strikes promise.Strike 2, the promised houses will not be built.Foul ball, The mine will not be entered to any worthwhile degree.Srike 3, the promised trees will not be planted. YOUR OUT.
Chicken farmer who cant stay in NZ uses Sroubek decision in legal bid
Not the only logical conclusion. A more logical conclusion is the Minister hasnt got clue.
Prime Minister's office admits mistake over Ardern's economic growth 'hint' claim
Focus, words, focus. Dont live in the past.
Power of Auckland mayor's office curbed after lashing by ombudsman
Not only the Govt that is not transparent, but Goff and his cronies as well.
Parliament to add a playground for kids to its grounds
Be fine until Winnie throws his toys out of the cot.
Calls for PM to bring Nauru refugee kids to NZ
Bearing in mind you will have to pay commercial rates with those extra people staying in your spare rooms.
North Canterburys shame on you parking warrior comes forward
I have one piece of advice to you EnglishRose2017, Display your mobility parking permit.
The All Blacks won't be caught talking South Africa down again in a hurry
Hamish, I have never heard an All Black or All Black coach talking South Africa down. Only you.
North Canterburys shame on you parking warrior comes forward
The disabled person has the permit, not the car. The permit can be used on any vehicle the person is in.
Ministers spent $1.49m on travel and accommodation in last quarter - less than last Government for same period
I would like to see Jacindas travel and accommodation spend for the time she was on maternity leave.
Nurses' union releases details of revised pay offer
Certainly not fair on the residents.
Winston Peters tells Australia to stop copying NZ's flag
Couldnt care less whos flag was first. The one I wave at the footy is black with the fern.
Council orders removal of 'non-compliant' Dunedin tree house
Dont you know that kids should not be outside playing in the sunshine. They should all be inside on these sunny days playing on their ipads.
All Blacks coach Steve Hansen puts brakes on Richie Mo'unga bandwagon
Whatever Shag plans to do is fine with me. He knows what hes up to.
The mystery tractor driver who cleared Hawke's Bay roads during flooding
Had it cleared in the time it took to have a toolbox meeting and put the road cones up. Good boy.
Poverty causing 'third world' dental problems, Hamilton dentist says
Blaming not going to a dentist on poverty is a bit rich. Middle income earners struggle paying $500 ph as well.
Government divided over national smokefree target
A pack of 20 costs $25, of which the GOVT gets about $20 in tax from each pack,(80%). So who has the most to gain by selling them?
Red card mars All Blacks match with France down to 14-men from the 12th minute
Leaping for the ball and contesting it in the air is meant to provide a spectacle, not a sending off for losing the contest.Spoils a good game.
Nationals deadline approaches for Speaker to respond over remark
Can anyone hear Stupid little girl voiced on the replays?
Hacker uses fake invoice to steal $53,000 earmarked for child care centre
A Dunedin bank acc? Someone must have opened it,.
"'Bucket toilet' for garage tenants: The vulnerable Kiwis reforms won't help",
But we are ok now with our new Labour led coalition? Overnight too.
Former Matrix Homes workers unsure where next pay cheque will come from
And the paid up buyers will be out of luck?, No house, unsecured creditors. Banks will be ok though, nothing surer than that.And the receivers will be paid before anyone else.
Government appoints 11-strong advisory panel to overhaul welfare system
Another advisory group created. Soon there will be no unemployment, we will all be on some sort of group or another.
All Blacks No 10 Richie Mounga again shows his class in Tokyo
I am not reading too much into this game. Does anyone think this team would have beaten the Box, Ireland, England or even Aussie?. They did ok but lets keep it in perspective.
Lions coach Swys de Bruin blasts Kiwi Super Rugby 'moaners'
This conference system is like our school grading system. It rewards mediocrity.
No Cabinet paper written, no Cabinet decision made, in political decision to ban new oil exploration
What is going to power the generators in our next natural disaster? And what will power the machinery when another major road gets smashed. Whatever it will be we are decades away from having it yet.
Bank predicts foreign buyer ban will add further chill to property market
Economists dont deal in facts, they take a guess at the futures housing market. Remember 6 or 7 years ago the BNZ economists told us to fix our mortgages cos interest rates were going to go up? and they have been dropping ever since.
The Auckland fuel tax always looked doomed, just not quite this quickly
Phil Twyford didnt heed Treasuries advice, called them Kids. Then doesnt listen to the Transport advice who have seen this targeted regional tax fail in the past, must think they are kids too. But then he takes the advice of our PM?
Housing Minister Phil Twyford speaks out against 'KFC test' for tenants
Landlords want good tenants for their retirement investment. Seems fair.
Claude Megson house in Remuera is a serious 'do-up or knock down'
Never met an Architect that took practical advice from a roofer. This house is a prime example of how to design a house to leak..
"German teenager Anton Segner chasing his All Black rugby dream",
He is playing for New Zealand Schools because he goes to Nelson College which is in NZ. He has a few years yet to get citizenship.
Asafo Aumua says he won't be a one-hit All Blacks wonder
Pre-season wasnt the best. I didnt really come back how I wanted to. I had too much of a holiday, Aumua said.Only himself to blame. Hope a lesson was learned.
Cycleways, lights and 30kmh limit: KÄpiti road changes unwanted, survey shows
Traffic lights, cycleways and a potential 30kmh speed limit are on the cards for Waikanae, but locals dont appear keen to get on board. Residents want the road left alone.KÄpiti Coast District Council and the NZ Transport Agency said the plans follow extensive consultation Yep, Looks like the old tokenism is alive and well.
It's crunch time for Queenstown - let tourist numbers double, or shut the gate?
Queenstown Lakes District mayor Jim Boult said his visit to Edinburgh Castle was marred by a sea of people. I do not want this area to end up anywhere near that.Did he not realise that he was part of the problem (as he saw it). Did he expect to have Edinburgh Castle to himself?
Shane Jones tears strips off Fonterra and says the chairman should catch the next cab out of town
In real life or just is his mind?
Borrowing on state house spending has more than a whiff of Hollywood about it
Makes a mockery out of T2 and bus lanes.
Damian McKenzie picked to play fullback for the All Blacks v Wallabies
To be fair Coles did look short of a gallop in his 60 odd minutes of footy this year. The 3 wise men know how important he is RWC time and will be managing his reintroduction.
Is New Zealand's attitude towards law and order changing?
The last widespread survey was a citizens-initiated referendum in 1999, where New Zealanders overwhelmingly voted in support of imposing minimum sentences and hard labour for all serious violent offencesIf only the Govt had acted on the will of the people.
Government introduces scheme to encourage employers to hire unemployed youth
Not sure who the simple one here is rock ante. The plan is for Employers will be encouraged to take them on and help them work towards a level four qualification.Dont think seasonal Kiwi fruit picking meets that criteria.
Borrowing on state house spending has more than a whiff of Hollywood about it
Getting traction out of you though. Keep it up.
Don Brash free speech debate in Auckland booms on back of Massey's ban
Massey Students have been quite on this. Must have softened up over the years.
Government introduces scheme to encourage employers to hire unemployed youth
Labour removes the 90 day evaluation period then want employers to take this on. Dreamland.
World Rugby boss Agustin Pichot sparks outrage by sharing xenophobic squads list
When people use buzz words like outraged, offended insulted, inappropriate, but dont know the meaning of Trivial we know they have too much twitter time.
Being cold and rationing heating is now normal in New Zealand
Megan Woods gave the Petrol Companies a stern talking to,did no good and prices are ramping up. Same will happen with our power bills.
Industry letter to Government criticises fishing camera proposal
If the local dairy can afford to have a camera then Mr Talley sure can. Must be another reason not to want them on his boats. Wonder what that could be....
PM says her agenda works 'hand in hand' with business, but can she explain it?
Business confidence lower than in during the GFC, absolutely, absolutely fabulous darling.
A deathbed murder confession: Why doctors decided not to tell police
Thats a job for the police not amateurs.
Tolaga Bay cleanup could cost $10m but who should pay?
50 years ago down on the West Coast it would happening already, free firewood and delivered. But today? H&S will stop it in the tracks.
Warning to journalists who take unauthorised photos of returning Jacinda Ardern's daughter Neve
Seems like you have a sense of entitlement on your opinion over others.
Mayor 'seething' over Development West Coast's lack of action
The 124 million is not meant to be for a float. Its there to be spent. And 7 million to run a trust? I can see an independent audit coming up.
Energy Minister says onshore block offer is enough to fend off legal threat from oil industry
Whatever the outcome NZ taxpayers will be footing a multi million dollar legal bill.
Dog attacks protected fur seal on North Canterbury beach
Looked like a Green Party leader, running around in circles, high pitched barking, and no bite,
Award stickers can make you think the wine tastes better
The new marketing staff, in their school days were all awarded ribbons because we cant have just one winner.Now they approach their work with the same ethics, give every bottle of wine an award no matter if its the best or not.
Nurses decide to strike after union vote among 27,000 members
Our MP will be collecting her $450.000 a year salary while she is having a baby, and the nurse delivering it will be earning $47.000.
Party for more than 100 teens at rented home angers owner
Perhaps to overpriced Hotels and Motels. But to the rest of us its a great platform for booking accommodation.
Chicken farmer who cant stay in NZ uses Sroubek decision in legal bid
In that case he will be in more danger in NZ than back in the Czech republic.
Richie Mo'unga right in the mix to start at first-five for the All Blacks in Nelson
Hamish picks all three 1st fives to maybe have a start.Whats the point of an article just to remind us who the three 1st fives are.
Pressure of earthquake caused some Christchurch leaders to have a 'meltdown'
In English may be better, maybe.
Living with Coeliac Disease: Dont you dare tell me its a fad
The Gluten free fad is making it hard for Coeliacs. Its hard to take a gluten free faddie seriously when they get stuck into puddings. (A little bit is ok they say) Then a Coeliac comes into the restaurant and standards can slip into dangerous territory.
Social housing provider bubble wraps windows after tenant complains of cold
Council will have to upgrade or shut down the accommodation as will any landlord. The chickens are coming home to roost.
Damian McKenzie picked to play fullback for the All Blacks v Wallabies
Might be clear to you. If J Barrett was not still in Shags plans at fullback he wouldnt be on tour.
The AM Show: Winston's naughty ban revoked, but he's a no show
Booked for 6.40 but check in is 20 minutes earlier. His office mucked up the booking to 6.50. Peters turns up 7 minutes beforehand (at 6.43) and tries to check in. Jetstar tells him he is too late, the flight has closed.
Who does the foreign buyer ban affect and will it make housing more affordable?
Not even 3%, Australians and Singaporians are exempt. So could be as low as 1%.Not going to change much at all thats for sure.
Tens of millions of dollars going to Treaty of Waitangi negotiators and lawyers
Again and again and again.
From bouncer to the All Blacks, the remarkable rise of Karl Tu'inukuafe
A prop can be judged by an opposition prop and if the oppo lets coaches know the new boy is the real deal they take notice. We can all see what players are doing in the loose but boy its dark in the front row.
QV data shows New Zealand house prices falling
And in the paper this morning. House prices up in August, For every story there is another.
Lions coach Swys de Bruin blasts Kiwi Super Rugby 'moaners'
The Lions qualified in first place last year without having to play any NZ sides until the knockouts.If you think thats a good way of having the best teams in the finals then you are on your own (along with the South Africans).
Suburban Wellington's sea of grey roofs is frightening, architect says
Walker said people should allow their homes to reflect their personalities. And thats exactly why these house roofs are grey. Who wants to buy someone elses personality.
Naked women mystery in concept drawing for Dunedin river
Thats why we need B&Bs.
Australian fans drink Russian city dry at Fifa World Cup
No fun police about then.
Rates are reducing for CBD businesses by half a percent per year
the council was looking to reduce that burden on commercial properties. Finally the Council confess that their over the top Rates are a burden.
Milking it: Boutique producers ditch plastic for glass bottles
I pay more for free range eggs, free range pork and Angus beef. I will happily pay more for the milk in glass.Now, lets work on getting rid of the hard, sharp plastic packaging that seems to be on most supermarket meat products.
French fullback was the Fall Guy; not guilty finding just adds to the pain
This article came 3rd in the local intermediate school essay exam.